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Colombia Pleads for Tariff Relief After Earthquake | Durham News
Colombia’s new president is racing against time to rebuild after a devastating 7.4 magnitude earthquake killed at least 289 and left thousands injured, with rescue crews still searching for over 140 missing. Facing crushing economic strain, he’s turned to U.S. President Trump, asking for a temporary suspension of tariffs on Colombian goods to give struggling businesses a lifeline. Meanwhile, the U.S. has pledged $26.5 million in emergency aid — food, shelter, medical supplies — as recovery efforts unfold across hard-hit cities like Pereira, Cali, and Quibdo. With the Pacific coast in ruins…
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